27 Sep 2024

An arcade of history

From Afternoons, 1:26 pm on 27 September 2024

A building which is a big part of the social fabric of Karangahape Road in Auckland is celebrating its centenary with a series of special events to mark its 100 years. St Kevin's Arcade has seen its fair share of New Zealand history.

Now home to busy restaurants and groovy vintage stores, it was once the country's seat of power and the grand residence of the Nathan family, of Lion Nathan fame. Its history is being celebrated as part of the Auckland Heritage Festival which kicks off tomorrow.

Mark Leishman is joined by joined by broadcaster and avid history fan Hamish Williams.

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